What social insurance does an employer pay in Egypt?
Contributions under Law 148 of 2019 are shared between employer and employee on the insurable wage, which runs from EGP 2,700 to EGP 16,700 a month in 2026.
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Detailed Explanation
## The wage limits
From 1 January 2026 the insurable wage is at least EGP 2,700 and at most EGP 16,700 a month. The limits rise every January.
## The rate
The employer and employee shares are set in the law. Confirm current rates with the National Organisation for Social Insurance (NOSI).
## Registration
Insure a new employee within two weeks of the start date, on the actual wage.
## How AccountsOS helps
Finn checks the insurable wage against the year's limits and records contributions from your payroll report.
Source: https://www.nosi.gov.eg/ar/News/Pages/2025-11-30.aspx
Real-World Examples
Senior hire
An employee on EGP 25,000 a month is insured on the EGP 16,700 maximum.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using last year's limits
- Insuring below the actual wage
Frequently Asked Questions
Who runs social insurance?
The National Organization for Social Insurance (NOSI).
Practical Tips
- Update the wage limits every January
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